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1. Why should I consider being a part of Upward Bound?

TRiO Upward Bound is a great program that can help you attend college! A national study shows that students who are in the Upward Bound program are 4 times more likely to attend college than those who are from similar backgrounds.

6. I understand that Upward Bound has 2 main components: academic year and summer session. Do I have to participate in both parts?

Yes. You should be available to attend weekly tutoring sessions, monthly Saturday sessions, and summer program. The dates for all sessions are communicated to Upward Bound students, parents or guardians well in advance.

No, it does not. However, the program will provide you with advice and guidance to apply for federal, state, and college aid. Upward Bound advisors work closely with students and families throughout the college application, financial aid application, and scholarship application.

Upward Bound provides transportation only during the summer program and off campus activities. Examples of activities are college visits and trips to museums. Transportation during weekly tutoring sessions at your school (Braham, Cambridge-Isanti, Mora, North Branch, Princeton, or St. Francis) and Saturday sessions (students arrive at Anoka-Ramsey Community College in Cambridge) are the responsibility of the family.

Yes, but you need to let your advisor know ahead of time. If you are sick on the tutoring day, please email or call your advisor. If you are participating in extracurricular activities or if you are a PSEO students, a note is required. In addition to a note, contact with your advisor must be made at least once a month.

Yes, the summer session is a required component of the program. Daily attendance is expected. Two unexcused absences may result in dismissal from the summer program. You can earn credit based on attendance and participation as reported by your instructors.

You need to call your advisor at least 1 week before the event date so that your place can be filled or cancelled. If you miss a scheduled event (i.e., dinner, museum, movie, play, etc), without notifying, your stipend may be garnished for the cost of the ticket, meal, and etc) up to $40.